Tiny Whales SS15 Tee Collection

The "winter storm," aka 3 days of rain, that just passed through has me daydreaming about summer. I can't wait for the longer days and our trip to Cabo. Adding fuel to the fire is the fact that I stumbled across photos of Tiny Whales SS15 collection on Instagram. It makes you want to put your shortest shorts on and head to the beach, no? I want it all. These shirts would pair perfectly with the Sam Shorts from Cotton On Kids.

[Dreamin' Tee $26]

[Golden Child Tank $26]

[Golden Hits Raglan $34]

[Snack Shack Tee $26]

Projects, Projects, Projects

Moving never fails to open up a Pandora's box of projects that need to be done in order for us to settle in. My poor husband is tired of hearing me say, "I have an idea!" If you've been following me on Instagram (@sdmama), you know I've been staining and painting IKEA furniture like mad and reorganizing elements of Parker's baby room into his toddler room. I can't wait to post photos and tutorials soon!

Completed projects
1. Install recessed lighting
2. Unpack
3. Paint/stain IKEA TARVA dresser and nightstands
4. Paint every room in the damn house
5. Cut and hang curtains

To Do
1. Paint and makeover for Parker's playhouse
2. Backyard overhaul
3. Kitchen command center
4. Hang frames
5. Chalkboard for Parker's room
6. Paint pergola

[Two IKEA Tarva nightstands sanded and ready for staining.]

Closet Envy: I'm All That and Dim Sum Tee

You know me. I love a good tee. I spotted this tee on Food52 during the holidays and put it on Parker's Christmas list. Since no one bought it, I decided to get it for him myself because the foodie humor is too much for me to resist. He wore it to the Valentine's Day dinner party we attended over the weekend and looked super festive.

Check out Bad Pickle Tees Etsy shop to see the full collection of kids, mens and womens foodie tees. I'm am positive I need this "Duck, Duck, Confit" tank top.

[Tee from Bad Pickle Tees // $15]

Here are a few more pictures from the party and a short clip of Parker being shy while blowing out his birthday candles. I couldn't let his birthday pass without a cake! Follow me on Instagram @sdmama33.

[My Valentine. He looks pretty good after working on the house all day.]

[This picture cracks me up. All the boys want to give Eden some Valentine's love and she is totally ignoring them.]

[Here's the cake I ordered from Edelweiss European Bakery. It turned out cute but the cake itself was too sweet. $50 for a 8 inch round. I would not order from there again.]

[Morgan, Parker and Madden hanging out and watching Youtube videos in their pajamas. The kids kept trying to use the TV as a touch screen. Oh kids these days!]

[I hope they grow up to be lifelong friends.]

[Thanks for the adorable personalized Planes blanket, Auntie Linda! He slept with it on his first night in his big boy bed.]

#happybirthday Parker! Another day, another cake. My shy guy can't handle the attention. // #parkerprojectblog #totlife #happybirthday #birthdaycake #cake

A video posted by Mary Chu (@sdmama33) on Feb 14, 2015 at 9:17pm PST

Parker Turns 2

Parker is two! Things have been a little chaotic with the move so we didn't throw a party this year. I know, I know...I experienced some major guilt over not throwing him a kick ass superhero party. Instead, we took him to California Adventure for a fun day of meeting some of his favorite Disney characters. We watched shows and parades, ate ice cream, opened Kinder eggs (thanks Auntie Casey!) and went on rides. Little man had so much fun he didn't want to go to sleep when we finally got home. Unfortunately for him, Mommy and Daddy had to go to work the next day. Hope you guys enjoy my iPhone pics of our fun day.

Cheers to you, Parker! You are such an amazing kid and you surprise us everyday with your growing vocabulary. We love you to pieces. Happy Birthday!!

[Parker woke up at 5:45 AM and was very excited to receive his first gift. Avengers Assemble! The bed head is adorable.]

[I managed to hang a banner in the kitchen the night before. He was so happy to take a photo with his favorite superhero friends.]

[Showing grandpa "Thor hammer". You see that box to the right? That's Tuan's gift to Parker. Superhero pajamas from Pottery Barn Kids. Now he will match his pillow case.]

[Family selfie. Parker was busy playing his his birthday pin.]

[On Daddy's shoulders walking through Carsland.]

[I love his birthday shirt. Purchased from SandiLake Clothing on Etsy.]

[Flik, Kaden, Princess Eden and the Birthday Boy.]

[Instead of cake, we got an ice cream sundae from Ghiradelli and put some candles on it. It took a lot of baby wipes to clean up the aftermath.]

[Messing around with his auntie while we waited for the Pixar parade.]

[Starting to look a little rough as the day winds down.]

[He got to meet Princess Let it Go! That's what he calls Elsa and Anna.]

[Relaxing in his stroller as we leave the park. Must be nice to not have to make the trek back to the tram and through the parking structure. I'm going to suggest that we find a double stroller that Tuan can push us around in.]

[I can't believe he stayed awake for the whole ride home and didn't want to go to bed. Here's my last snap of the day. Parker in his pajamas hanging out in bed with his new toys.]

Let's Catch Up

-We are moving! We're not moving very far but we will be moving at the end of this month. 

-Since we are moving and I will be going out of town for a sales conference, we are keeping Parker's birthday very simple this year. 

-Valentine's Day is coming up! Here is a great round up of candy-free Valentine's Day card ideas. I "wheelie" like the car one. 

-Chinese New Year is coming up

Once the move is done, I will try to get back into posting regularly. 

[Disneyland Jan 2015]

Cotton On Kids Circus

I'm beyond thrilled that Cotton On Kids has finally arrived in San Diego. No more driving to Irvine to shop their clothes! I'm not sure when the Fashion Valley store had first started carrying the kids lines but I discovered it just after Christmas and prompted spent $$ on some awesome after Christmas deals. My favorite item is their cuffed pants. They are comfortable, stylish and come in cool colors. 

Cotton On is having a special event to promote their store and circus collection this Saturday, Jan 17. If we did not already have plans to go to Disneyland, I would totally attend. 

Face painting 11 AM - 12:30 PM

Magician 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Here's a fun outfit with the cuffed pants and star tee.

Cotton On Kids Circus by marychu featuring a black top hat

Cuffed pants / Black top hat / IKEA Leka Cirkus / Vintage Marquee Lights 36” Mustache / The Award Winning Stacking Acrobats - Hammacher Schlemmer / Converse -Chuck Taylor All Star Leather Street Yth/Jr-Black-Mid / scout1 raglan l/s tee

Welcoming 2015

Happy New Year! I apologize that's it's been so quiet here on the blog but I'm glad to be back to ring in a new year. The past few weeks have been filled with family, friends, food, laughter and mornings of "sleeping in". It was glorious. Now we are back and I can't wait to share more photos, projects and adventures with you. 

Here are my resolutions so you guys can hold me accountable. 

Mary's New Years Resolutions

-Read at least 25 books 

-Walk Frank at least once a day

-Run 200 miles 

In other news, Parker's birthday is just around the corner and I am completely unprepared.